Bachelor of Arts with Honours Validated Programme
Graphic Design
& Media
Study Graphic Design & Media in English at Marbella Design Academy in sunny Spain and be awarded a UK Bachelor of Arts with Honours degree in Graphic Design & Media by our UK partner, the University of Bedfordshire.
Missed the September intake? Start in January and graduate in 2.5 years with our Accelerated Programme.
Graphic design is one of the most far-reaching creative design disciplines. Graphic designers create visual representations of ideas and messages using type, symbols, layout and images.
More than ever, within this lively and competitive design industry sector, professional visual communicators require the skills to present design solutions in increasingly imaginative ways. Also, creative people make a valuable contribution to society as catalysts for positive social, political and cultural change.
Marbella Design Academy’s Graphic Design & Media BA (Hons) Validated Programme, offers you the chance to explore graphic design through a variety of traditional and especially digital media. This innovative validated programme provides you with all the skills you need to succeed in your future career as a professional graphic designer and visual communicator.
Additionally, you will benefit from culturally diverse experienced tutors who will provide you with an international and wide perspective on the profession and the industry.
Our students achieve high professional standards and our Graphic Design department produces graduates who are well-versed in all aspects of the design process, both technical and creative, enabling them to seamlessly transition into the international industry.
Our BA Accelerated programme is now open for registration
If you missed the September intake, you can start your BA Validated programme in January 2026. This accelerated programme allows you to graduate in just 2.5 years without losing a year.
This programme provides a condensed and comprehensive start. You will begin your studies in January and complete your entire first year by August. Our curriculum has been specially designed to cover the same rigorous material as the September intake, ensuring that you are fully prepared.
In September, you will confidently join our second-year students, fully integrated into the main BA (Hons) programme. There’s no need to “catch up”—you’ll be right on track.
Our January Accelerated Programme offers a strategic path to achieving a world-class design education without losing a year.
To join the BA Accelerated Programme, please apply using the January intake date.
Why should you study Graphic Design & Media at Marbella Design Academy?
Our curriculum is based around holistic project-based teaching that emphasises a multidisciplinary approach to design practice informed by research and analysis.
You will develop skills in design thinking, design software, advertising, photography, editorial design, printing, digital publishing, packaging, video, motion graphics, UI/UX and many subjects within the context of visual communication.
Being a graphic designer is a wonderful profession full of creativity and exciting assignments.
As they say: “Do what you love, and you will never work a day in your life”.
Validations and state recognitions
After graduation from Marbella Design Academy, you are awarded your official BA (Hons) degree in Graphic Design & Media, validated and awarded by the University of Bedfordshire (UK).
When awarded your official BA (Hons) degree in Graphic Design & Media, you can apply for a Master’s Degree at University of Bedfordshire or any other University of your choice.
Next available intakes are:
07th January 2026
21st September 2026
Tuition Language: English
Duration: 3 Years
Schedule: Full-time tuition schedule

When awarded your undergraduate Bachelor of Arts degree by University of Bedfordshire, you can apply for a Master validated programme at any university of your choice.